Opinion: Let’s keep debate going on water and ag

Michael Cox's response to Bruce Babbitt's proposal for dealing with the impossible problem of water for both cities and agriculture in the Colorado River Basin, provides insights into the thinking of both men and a reminder that the situation will…

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AFTER A HIATUS, the Historic Preservation Commission met this week and discussed its survey plan, which will help identify more historic structures in Montrose. AS COULD HAVE BEEN EXPECTED, the coronavirus has had an effect on the Montrose County Fair. There won't be open-show exhibits like in previous years. That's Macey Sanburg above, who was crowned grand champion of the mustang show at the 2019 fair. NEED HELP FINDING SOMETHING? Check out our interactive online Classifieds section if you're looking for a new home, a new job or a weekend yard sale!   INVEST IN YOUR LOCAL JOURNALISM Just $1.99 per week - Become a member of your community today.

Opinion: Let's keep debate going on water and ag Michael Cox's response to Bruce Babbitt's proposal for dealing with the impossible problem of water for both cities and agriculture in the Colorado River Basin, provides insights into the thinking of both men and a reminder that the situation will… Read More Court: Suit against Polis may be moot A federal suit filed against Gov. Jared Polis' previous stay-home order issued over the COVID-19 pandemic is in a holding pattern, at least for a few more weeks. Read More City councilor Bowman responds to Divot's complaint, conflict over illegal liquor sales arrangement last summer Last summer, Divot's at the Black Canyon Golf Course provided liquor during the Montrose Summer Music Series (MSMS) events. The MSMS collected a portion of the proceeds from each beer sold as part of a sponsorship deal with Divot's, according… Read More

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From the Newsroom | Missing the Music; Gardner discusses federal funding

A 78-year-old man died of an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound right in front of the Delta County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday morning. Several people at the agency heard the gunshot, including Sheriff Mark Taylor.

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MISSING THE MUSIC: As shows were canceled and venues closed due to the coronavirus, bands used the down time to write new music in hopes of a more lively summer season. But Dave Bowman, a music promoter at Blue Sky Music and a board of director for the Montrose Summer Music Series, indicated the series seems unlikely to go ahead this summer. LIFELONG LEARNER AND EDUCATOR: Joe Brummitt, a third-generation Montrose resident, has dedicated his career to making a difference in the classroom as a teacher and administrator. He is retiring after working 37 years in the Montrose County School District. GARDNER OPTIMISTIC: U.S. Sen. Cory Gardner is optimistic that, after more than 50 years, the federal program that helps conserve lands will be permanently reauthorized — and fully funded. The Land and Water Conservation Fund will receive about $900 million a year, if Gardner's Great American Outdoors Act becomes law. NEED HELP FINDING SOMETHING? Check out our interactive online Classifieds section if you're looking for a new home, a new job or a weekend yard sale!   INVEST IN YOUR LOCAL JOURNALISM Just $1.99 per week - Become a member of your community today.

Man reportedly shoots self in front of Delta sheriff's office A 78-year-old man died of an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound right in front of the Delta County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday morning. Several people at the agency heard the gunshot, including Sheriff Mark Taylor. Read More Stephen Schiell, Montrose County School District superintendent, reflects on 43 years in education With 38 years of experience as a teacher and administrator in school districts across Colorado and Wisconsin, Stephen Schiell became the next Montrose County School District superintendent in August 2015. Five years later, Schiell is stepping away from education to enjoy retirement. Read More After state grants Montrose County variance, local churches announce reopening plans Street by street, parishioners at Cedar Creek Church drove and prayed, after the pandemic declared over the viral illness COVID-19 shut the doors of their physical church. Read More Spring has sprung — and there's a book for that It is easy to feel a little gloomy when we have all been stuck at home for much longer than any of us wanted to be. Read More

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Breaking News: Man reportedly shoots self in front of Delta sheriff’s office

A 78-year-old man died of an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound right in front of the Delta County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday morning. Several people at the agency heard the gunshot, including Sheriff Mark Taylor.

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Man reportedly shoots self in front of Delta sheriff's office Wednesday 5/27 at 2:42pm A 78-year-old man died of an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound right in front of the Delta County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday morning. Several people at the agency heard the gunshot, including Sheriff Mark Taylor. Read more INVEST IN YOUR LOCAL JOURNALISM Just $1.99 per week for The Montrose Daily Press plus a $25 gift card giveaway. Become a member of your community today.

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From the Newsroom | Gardner visits Battelle; Schiell retires after 43 years

Sentencing for Heather Jones, who was convicted in the shooting death of Paonia resident Ryan Redifer, has been continued until July 31.

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GARDNER VISITS BATTELLE FACILITY: Sen. Cory Gardner, along with the Montrose Board of County Commissioners, attended the second tour of the Battelle Decontamination Facility on Tuesday. Colorado has two of the Battelle systems, with the first one installed at Adams County. The Montrose facility is meant to serve the Western Slope as well as areas of eastern Utah, where rural hospitals may have less access to resources. RETURNING TO THE PEWS: With the variance Montrose County secured from Gov. Jared Polis' "safer at home" order, church congregations will be able to meet in person, albeit at a reduced capacity. Polis' executive orders issued over the COVID-19 pandemic deemed houses of worship as essential, however, those same orders precluded and continue to preclude gatherings of more than 10 people. STEPPING AWAY: With 38 years of experience as a teacher and administrator in school districts across Colorado and Wisconsin, Stephen Schiell became the next Montrose County School District superintendent in August 2015. Five years later, Schiell is stepping away from education to enjoy retirement. NEXT PHASE OF COVID-19: Local gyms in Montrose have been closed as COVID-19 forced non-essential businesses to close. In just under two weeks, the county's variance was approved and restaurants, churches and gyms had the go ahead to open at reduced capacity. NEED HELP FINDING SOMETHING? Check out our interactive online Classifieds section if you're looking for a new home, a new job or a weekend yard sale!   INVEST IN YOUR LOCAL JOURNALISM Just $1.99 per week - Become a member of your community today.

Paonia murder sentence hearing continued until July Sentencing for Heather Jones, who was convicted in the shooting death of Paonia resident Ryan Redifer, has been continued until July 31. Read More Delta hospital looks to remedy revenue loss through various steps like not matching retirement contributions Due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, Delta County Memorial Hospital (DCMH) has begun a series of preliminary steps to keep the hospital sustainable. Read More Colorado the Beautiful: Delta County landscapes to explore From the canyons leading down to the Gunnison River and the rolling hills into the orchards, to the mountains and Needle Rock soaring over the valley, Delta County has many outdoor landscapes to explore. Read More Two vehicles collide on N. Townsend Ave. after driver turns across all lanes of traffic Emergency personnel responded to a two-vehicle collision just south of the intersection of N. Townsend Ave. and LaSalle Road in Montrose Friday afternoon. Read More

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